I'm thinking wooden (prototype, not model), truss-rod boxcars, gondolas, flat cars, etc. I come by them on Ebay randomly sometimes, but they're always amongst hundreds of modern pieces, so I feel like I'm missing out on many that may be offered if I could only narrow down my search... 

Any key words, tips, or links would be greatly appreciated!

Recently purchased a replacement motor, (advertised as new, never used), for an Athearn RTR GP35.  Hooked up a Tsunami sound decoder and locomotive runs great.

The issue is the motor sounds noisy, especially at low speeds.  About the best way to describe the noise is it's similar to the noise you would here if a car derailed and the wheels were rolling along the ties at high speed.  

"Did I purchase a lemon here?"

Joe

Hi @ all,

I want to install on my layout a cooling warehouse. My layout has as theme the time of 1985-1995 in the southeast. Can anyone tell me which reefer car were at that time in service and which manufacturer has them?

I need to have a nice wooden observation car or two in my inventory, one of r regular revenue service and private car.  Overall, the Roundhouse cars look pretty good, but the observation car railings are just too thick.  Does anyone have any thoughts on where to get or how to make better ones?  (I'd also consider a different model, but I have the Roundhouse ones on hand.)

Thanks!